Oil & Local Content: ExxonMobil says it will launch an In-Country Value system later this year to track how much local-content spending is actually retained in Guyana’s economy, as it continues to spend billions with local suppliers. Mining Policy: President Ali unveiled plans for a national mining consortium so small, medium and large miners—and ordinary citizens—can collectively own and scale up large-scale mining with “world-class” local participation. Labour & Compliance: Allegations claim foreign workers on the Wales Gas-to-Energy project were paid via a third-party conduit, potentially bypassing labour, immigration and tax rules. Energy Workforce Planning: ExxonMobil says an industrial baseline study on labour shortages in oil and gas will be completed before year-end. Infrastructure & Industry: 23 contractors bid for the $521M Supenaam Stelling upgrade, while the Orange Stand roof at the National Stadium is set for a multi-million-dollar overhaul. Business & Trade Readiness: GCCI is preparing firms for the Guyana Development Bank, urging proper accounts and documentation. Local Economy Updates: Banks DIH commissioned a high-speed canning line at Thirst Park, boosting capacity to 17,000 cans per hour. Governance & Oversight: APNU demands answers after Parliament allegedly withheld invitations to opposition MPs for an EITI validation meeting. Safety & Enforcement: Police Sergeant David Lall was remanded after an attempted murder charge linked to a Chanta Creek shooting. Water Management: Guyana launched its first National Drainage and Irrigation Strategy to improve climate resilience and protect food production.